2017-2018 Battery Heated Apparel Buyers Guide

Battery heated clothing is a relatively new world in the clothing industry. We understand that, with the ever-expanding offerings from many different manufacturers, making a purchase can be a daunting task. Our heated clothing expects have taken their many years of expertise, and feedback from customers, and compiled it all into this handy guide for those unfamiliar with all that is heated clothing.

Battery heated clothing offers many different ways to keep warm in the cold. From base layers, that are similar to heated long underwear, to heated outer layers like battery heated puffer jackets, the best garment depends on the individual who is buying it. If your a person who tends to be a bit cold but just needs something to take the bite out of winter when running errands, then maybe a fleece or softshell vest can work best for you. If your constantly cold and can't handle any cold, then maybe you would be interested in a base layer and a heated puffer vest or jacket. Just like unheated clothing, battery heated clothing works best when used in layers. We hope that the information contained in this article will help you navigate the heated clothing world and find the perfect heated garment solution for your needs.

Heated Base Layers

Battery heated base layers are pretty much heated long underwear or low-profile vest liners. Most brands will have the heating elements in the chest and back area, while the base layer pants will have them in the lower back and thigh area. They are best used as an inner layer under your shirt and pants. This will maximize heat retention. The base layers, being closest to the skin, will offer the most noticeable heat production when used properly.

ActionHeat 5V Battery Heated Base Layer Shirt & Pants - Also available in Women's shirt and Women's pants. The ActionHeat battery heated base layers are revolutionary in the world of heated clothing. Using the patented 5V signal technology, it allows for any 5V battery to be used with the ActionHeat base layers. This allows for unlimited battery options! The ActionHeat base layers come with an ultra-powerful ActionHeat 5V Power Bank 6000mAh. This power bank powers your garment and can also charge your phone, tablet, or any USB charged-device. ActionHeat heated garments use FAR infrared heating and ActionWave heat reflective technology to deliver hours of heat and comfort. These revolutionary garments feature built-in heating panels and are made with ActionFlex material that provides lightweight warmth, comfort, and versatility. ActionHeat allows you to stay warming and enjoy outdoor winter activities longer than ever before!

Volt 7V Battery Heated Base Layer - This lightweight garment will not only provide you with soothing heat but also wicks away moisture to keep you dry making it the perfect base layer choice. Constructed with a Micro polyester/spandex material with a brushed fleece lining that contributes to making it a really comfortable fit. The Zero Layer heating system uses two 7v heating panels concentrating heat to the middle of the back to help keep your core warm. Provides over 170 degrees of soothing heat on high for 3.5 hours and up to 15 hours on the lowest setting.

Mobile Warming 7V Battery Heated Longmen Base Layer (Crew Neck) & Pants - The Mobile Warming Heated Crewneck Longmen Shirt and Pants are versatile unisex garments that were designed to wear under any other jacket, vest, and any winter pants. These amazing heated base layers fit comfortably under your favorite ski or hunting apparel to provide hours of heat so you can enjoy the cold weather like never before.The wonderful wicking ability of this shirt makes it a great layering piece and a must for any long-term exposure to cold weather. The antimicrobial fabric fights odor and bacteria to keep the garment fresh.

Venture Heat Battery Heated Base Layer Top & Bottom - Venture Heat’s Unisex Battery Heated Base Layer Top provides maximum thermal protection as well as moisture management to keep you warm and dry. Constructed with synthetic poly-spandex, moisture is wicked away from your body to improve dry time and has specially designed heating elements to provide targeted warmth to your chest and back. Simply plug in and stay warm on any outdoor adventure!

Volt Torso Vest Liner - The Volt Resistance heated vest liner has been named the "Torso" due to its slim and lightweight feel. With its extremely low profile design, it will feel like a part of your body when layered under an insulated outer shell. Using Volt's four-panel 7v Zero Layer heat system (two panels in back and upper back, two panels over each shoulder), you will get hours of easy heat, allowing you to stay comfortable in the worst of conditions. The Torso is a simple unisex garment that functions like a piece of equipment, allowing you to get the job done. The Torso Vest Liner is a simple garment that fits comfortably and works hard to keep you warm and enjoy cold weather like never before.

Mobile Warming Thawdaddy 7V Battery Heated Vest - The unisex Mobile Warming Thawdaddy Heated Vest in black is a great solution if you need to place heat inside many different garments. Featuring 3 heated panels powered by a 7.4v Lithium battery that can keep you warm for hours. You first lay it over your neck and fasten it into place, then you put your jacket on. There is an on/off button with 4 heat settings making this an irresistible piece to have for the winter. Turn any garment into a heated garment with the Thawdaddy Vest!

Heated Vests

Battery Heated Vests are the one of the most popular and one of the highest selling battery heated garments for The Warming Store. The secret is the versatility of heated vests. They can be used as an outer layer on a crisp and brisk autumn night when walking the dog, or you can use it as an inner layer under an unheated winter coat when spending some extended time outside during those winter sporting events. With the choice of fleece or softshell, you can select the best garment that will meet for heating needs.

ActionHeat 5V Battery Heated Vest - This vest is available in Women 's sizing. The super smart folks at ActionHeat have taken their state of the art patented 5V signal technology and applied it to your typical heated vest and revolutionized the heated vest market. ActionHeat's 5V technology allows for any 5V battery to be used with the ActionHeat Vests. Which means unlimited battery options! This vest features a rugged softshell exterior, which will give you some water and wind resistance. This vest is best used as an inner layer under a heavier winter coat or raincoat in extreme weather conditions. ActionHeat heated garments use FAR infrared heating and ActionWave heat reflective technology to deliver hours of heat and comfort. These revolutionary garments feature built-in heating panels and are made with ActionFlex material that provides lightweight warmth, comfort, and versatility. ActionHeat allows you to stay warming and enjoy outdoor winter activities longer than ever before!

Lenz Battery Heated Vest - The Lenz Vest is also available Women's sizing. The Lenz Heat Vest is a unique because of its low-profile fit that can be worn as a mid-layer or as a stand-alone heated vest. The Lenz vest is a breathable vest with 2 heating elements in the kidney and back area. This vest offers maximum comfort as well as mobility thanks to its 4-way stretch and highly elastic seams. We love the Lenz heated vest because of the long battery life and excellent heating performance.

Mobile Warming Vinson 7V Battery Heated Softshell Vest - The Mobile Warming Men's Vinson Vest features Mobile Warming's state of the art touch-button heating technology enabling you to adjust the temperature settings quickly and easily. This great heated vest is built with powerful and durable heating panels that provide balanced heating and warmth. Constructed with 4-way stretch softshell fabric we know you will love the comfort, flexibility, and versatility of the Vinson vest. This battery heated vest has also been constructed with a water-resistant shell making it perfect for skiing, hiking, working outdoors, hunting or even just walking the dog. Customers love the Vinson Heated Vest because it wears great as a stand-alone vest, or can be worn as a mid-layer under a larger ski jacket or heavier work coat when in extreme cold.

Mobile Warming Whitney 7V Battery Heated Softshell Vest - The Whitney Battery Heated Vest features the same highlights that make the Men's Vinson vest a success, but The Whitney vest brings a certain style and elegance fit for those special ladies who want some relief from the bitter cold. This powerful heating vest is both comfortable and functional. This heated vest is designed for cold weather outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, working outdoors, hunting or even just walking the dog and can even be worn as a layering piece under a ski jacket or heavier coat. Stay warm with the touch of a button with the Mobile Warming Whitney Battery Heated Vest! Trust us, your friends will be cold and jealous, so be sure to get them one too!

Gerbing/GYDE 7V Battery Heated Navy Thermite Fleece Vest For Men - This item is also in Grey. The new Gyde heated fleece vest is powered by Gerbing's heating technology to provide maximum warmth and comfort. Gerbing/GYDE's Thermite fleece vest is composed of a deep, soft pile obtained by heavily napping with wire brushes. It is a two-sided pile fleece, which provides air space giving good insulating properties without too much weight. A lightweight, warm, soft fabric, with hydrophobic attributes and holds less than 1% of its weight in water. It retains much of its insulating properties, even when wet. Unlike other synthetic fleece, polyester fleece is known for its ability to resist pilling, even after extended use. To update the fleece, Gerbing/GYDE developed a new honeycomb structure to give the fabric a unique look, while maintaining functionality. We love the performance and feel of the Thermite Heated Vest and we know you will too!

Venture Heat 5V Battery Heated Puffer Vest - This vest is available in Women's sizing. The Venture Heat stylish 5V USB Power Bank heated puffer vest is designed for everyday use and built to withstand the most extreme conditions. The newest generation of Venture Heated Clothing is compatible with any standard power bank for ultimate convenience and performance. The exterior shell is a Ripstop Nylon with 100 grams of Thinsulate insulation. To take this awesome puffer vest to the next level, we added a weather-repellent coating, making it both wind and water resistant. All of this will keep you warm but when that is not enough, simply turn on the 3 heating panels in the heated vest. The back heat panel and both chest panels will keep you warm for hours!

Volt 7V Battery Heated Insulated CRACOW Vest - This vest is also available in Women's Sizing. The Volt 7v Insulated CRACOW Heated Vest was developed to be ultra-lightweight but with stellar heat retention capabilities. Constructed with an extra soft, 20 denier min-ripstop nylon lining and quilted shell and lined with 80 grams of lightweight, compressible and high retention insulation, not only will the vest heat up on command, it will hold the heat better than any vest on the market.This powerful heated vest features a 3 zone heat system concentrated in the chest and back that is powered by a 7v lithium battery. No matter if you are climbing the nearest mountain or going down the block to get groceries, this vest’s form, fit and function is second to none.

Heated Jackets

Battery heated jackets are a great option when looking for relief from the bitter cold. Much like the heated vest, most of the heated jackets will feature heating elements in the chest and back area but unlike the vest our jackets have sleeves. The one drawback is that no battery heated jacket will have heated sleeves. Unfortunately, current battery technology is not powerful enough to heat the core and arms effectively for a decent amount of time. If you want heated sleeve we hope that you have a motorcycle nearby, but if you don't have a motorcycle, then we have some great heated jacket options that will keep you a snug as a bug in a rug.

ActionHeat 5V Battery Heated Jacket - This Jacket is available in Women's sizing. The super smart folks at ActionHeat have taken their state of the art patented 5V signal technology and applied it to your typical heated vest and revolutionized the heated jacket market. ActionHeat's 5V technology allows for any 5V battery to be used with the ActionHeat Jacket. Which means unlimited battery options! This jacket features a rugged softshell exterior, which will give you some water and wind resistance. ActionHeat heated garments use FAR infrared heating and ActionWave heat reflective technology to deliver hours of heat and comfort. These revolutionary garments feature built-in heating panels and are made with ActionFlex material that provides lightweight warmth, comfort, and versatility. ActionHeat allows you to stay warming and enjoy outdoor winter activities longer than ever before!

Mobile Warming 7V Battery Heated Alpine Jacket For Men- The new Mobile Warming Gear Alpine Softshell jacket is great for all activities. Three heating panels placed on the front and back along with multi-level heat adjusting battery keep you warm for up to 10 hours. The lightweight construction makes it best for all types of climbing, cross-country, and back-country skiing, hiking or any other outdoor activity with an aerobic element where protection from rain and snow is important.

Mobile Warming 7V Battery Heated Aspen Jacket For Women - The new Mobile Warming Gear Aspen Softshell jacket is great for all obstacles the modern women would face in the bitter cold. Three heating panels placed on the front and back along with multi-level heat adjusting battery keep you warm for up to 10 hours. The lightweight construction makes it best for all types of walking the dog, cross-country running, back-country jogging, hiking or any other outdoor activities where protection from rain and snow is important. This jacket Features an integrated touch button control built into the garment for easy temperature setting.

Milwaukee M12 Cordless Heated Hoodie Kit (Black Only) - Adding versatility to the Milwaukee Heated Gear line, the M12 Cordless Heated Hoodies integrate (3) carbon fiber heating elements between a durable cotton exterior and waffle-weave thermal liner to distribute and maintain heat across core body areas.An adjustable heat zone that spans the chest and back provides the right amount of heat for any season. In fall and spring months the M12 Heated Hoodie can be worn as a rugged outer layer. In the harshest winter conditions, it works best as a solitary base layer that allows users to shed bulky undergarments while generating and holding heat close to the body. Working on or off the job site M12 Heated Hoodies provide up to 6 hours of continuous heat per battery charge to keep you moving without the need for multiple layers to stay warm.

Venture Heat 5V Battery Heated Escape Jacket - This Jacket is available in Women's Sizing. All of our innovations, technology, and feedback have led us to our best product ever - the USB Heated Softshell Jacket for men, powered by any 2.1A USB Power Bank. It was inspired but active lifestyles and built for the harshest of climates. The entire jacket is lined with an ultra soft plush fleece which not only traps the heat but also takes comfort to another level. The micro-alloy heating element’s panels have been redesigned to a thinner mesh overlay which allows for maximum efficient heat transfer. On top of all of that, the heated softshell jacket is also water resistant and windproof so you won't have to feel cold again.

Venture Heat 5V Battery Heated Evolve Hoodie - Venture Heat’s Evolve USB Hoodie combines comfort, natural warmth, and style with our signature micro-carbon fiber heating elements. Hoodies are one of the most popular ways to stay warm and comfortable year-round, but now you can have the added convenience of heat, powered by a USB Power Bank. The Evolve Heated Hoodie has 1 flexible heating panel on the back, and 1 panel on each chest so your entire core will remain warm. Each heating panel has a thin, breathable mesh to maximize efficient heat transfer. This Hoodie is lined with a soothing plush fleece, including the sleeves and hood, plus the outer layer is a thick polyester spandex blend. All of this in a comfy hoody will keep your adventure going. This hoodie is also available in Black.

Heated Headwear

Heated Headwear is a new and expanding sector of the heated clothing market.

ActionHeat 5V Battery Heated Beenie - The ActionHeat Heated Beanie is designed for people who take on the outdoors, head-on. It features a Nylon / Spandex blended cap which provides you with a tight fit to trap your head's natural heat in while still producing comforting heat. Plush micro-fleece wraps around your ears and the lower portion of the head for ultimate comfort. Once the beanie is powered on, the heating elements quickly heat up your ears and head in under 10 seconds. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers 3 levels of heat, controlled by the temperature controller under the brim for easy access, for hours of use.

ActionHeat 5V Battery Heated Balaclava - The ActionHeat Heated Balaclava, made from warm fleece, is the perfect winter headgear to keep you completely protected from the harsh winter elements. The ears feature large ActionFlex heating pads that use FAR infrared heating and ActionWave heat reflective technology to deliver hours of heat and comfort. You can wear this fleece balaclava in 4 different ways (Can be worn as a traditional Balaclava, Hood, Facemask, or Scarf) to provide the perfect level of warmth and comfort for any activity. A specially designed adjustable toggle lets you adjust the size and block out wind and rain.

Glovii 7V Battery Heated Hat (Beenie) - Keep your dome toasty warm this winter with the Glovii 7V Battery Heated Hat. It not only looks great and will keep you warm. The Glovii 7V Battery Heated Hat is capable of withstanding any weather for up to 6 hours. The hat is attractive and comfortable. There are 3 heat settings that you can easily get to with built-in touch button control right on the front of the beanie.

Venture Heat Battery Heated Trapper Hat - One of the best ways to keep your entire head warm is wearing a trapper hat, so we took it to the next level and added 2 heating panels in each ear to maximize your warmth. The stylish heated trapper hat is lined with plush fur and has a down-filled nylon shell for heat insulation and comfort. We designed the heated trapper hat to be the most comfortable trapper hat on the market. This is why we placed the battery connection on one ear flap and the button on the other, so you barely even notice the lightweight battery when plugged in.

Venture Heat Battery Heated Beanie Hat - The Venture Heat Beanie Hat features a Nylon / Spandex blended cap which provides you with a tight fit to trap your head's natural heat in while still producing customizable heat. Plush microfleece wraps around your ears and the lower portion of the head for ultimate comfort.Once the beanie is powered on, the heating elements quickly heat up your ears and head in under 10 seconds. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers 3 levels of heat, controlled by the temperature controller under the brim for easy access, for up to 5 hours of use.